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Varsity, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale

On the City of Calgary map, Varsity is a 6.81 km² community in northwest Calgary, about 8.9 km from City Hall. It shares a boundary with Banff Trail, Bowness, Brentwood and Dalhousie. The City groups it with the communities built mostly in the 1960s and 1970s.

At the 2021 Census, 68% of its homes were built between 1961 and 1980; the main dwelling types are single-detached houses (45%) and apartments in buildings under five storeys (28%). That year 12,040 people lived here in 5,420 households. 24% of residents were 65 or older (Calgary: 13%); households averaged 2.2 people (Calgary: 2.6); 62% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

Dalhousie CTrain station is inside the community; 17 transit routes stop here, including MAX Orange. 9 schools are inside the boundary, among them Christine Meikle School, F. E. Osborne School and Marion Carson School. Park sites listed by the City here include Bowmont Park, Dale Hodges Park and Holly Acres Park.

This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Varsity, with live homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.

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Map of the Varsity community boundary and its streets
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); community boundaries: City of Calgary open data
  • 12,040residents (2021 Census)
  • 5,420households
  • $90,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
  • 2.2people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
  • 62%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
  • 45%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%

Where it is

Community boundaryCommunity boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.
Varsity: Community boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.Varsity
  • Northwest Quadrant
  • Established City of Calgary status
  • Dalhousie Station CTrain station in the community
  • 17 transit routes with stops here
  • 9 schools inside the boundary
  • 80% speak English most often at home
  • 28% immigrants (2021 Census)

People and households

Census figures are from 2021 and describe the community as it was then.

Age mixShare of residents, 2021 Census

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Own or rentHouseholds, 2021 Census

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Languages spoken most often at homeTop 5 languages other than English, share of residents, 2021 Census
Household sizePrivate households, 2021 Census

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Homes and buildings

Type of homeOccupied dwellings, 2021 Census

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When homes were builtOccupied dwellings by period of construction, 2021 Census

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Getting around

Bus and CTrain routes with stops in the community

  • 8 North Pointe Terminal/Foothills Medical Centre
  • 9 Dalhousie Station/Chinook Station
  • 19 16 Avenue North
  • 20 Heritage Station/Northmount Dr N
  • 38 North Crosstown
  • 53 Brentwood Station/Greenwood
  • 65 Market Mall/Downtown West
  • 82 Nolan Hill
  • 108 Paskapoo Slopes
  • 201 Red Line
  • 303 MAX Orange Brentwood/Saddletowne
  • 422 Dalhousie/Montgomery
  • 794 F.E. Osborne/ Silver Springs
  • 795 F.E. Osborne/ SageHill
  • 826 Bishop Carroll/Dalhousie/Brentwood
  • 833 Madeleine d'Houet/Dalhousie Stn
  • 836 St. Vincent de Paul/ Scenic Acres

98 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit

How people get to workEmployed residents, 2021 Census

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Schools

Schools located in Varsity, from City of Calgary open data. Designations depend on the exact address and grade and change from year to year: check the CBE school finder and the Calgary Catholic school finder before you buy.

SchoolGradesBoard / authority
Public
Christine Meikle SchoolElementary/Junior High/Senior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
F. E. Osborne SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Marion Carson SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Varsity Acres SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Catholic
St. Vincent De Paul Elementary Junior High SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary Catholic School District
Francophone
École Terre des JeunesElementaryFrancoSud (Southern Francophone Education Region)
Independent (private)
Calgary Charter School Hub ¿ Almadina CampusJunior High/Senior HighAlmadina School Society
Fusion CollegiateSenior HighFusion Education Association
STEM Innovation Academy High SchoolSenior HighSTEM Innovation Academy Society

Crime and safety data

The Calgary Police Service publishes crime and disorder statistics for every Calgary community, updated monthly, on its Community Safety Dashboard and crime map. We link to the official source rather than republishing the figures here.

Open Calgary Police Service crime statistics

Reported crime describes incidents, not the personal risk at any address. For questions about a specific street, the Calgary Police Service non-emergency line is 403-266-1234.

Sources and dates

  1. City of Calgary Open Data, Community District Boundaries (surr-xmvs). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  2. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Population and Dwellings by Community (f9wk-wej9). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  3. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Families and Households by Community (msjx-5ygv). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  4. The City of Calgary (2023), Community Profiles, 2021 Census of Canada (Statistics Canada, Community Data Program). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  5. Calgary Police Service, Crime Statistics and Community Safety Dashboard. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  6. City of Calgary Open Data, Schools (fd9t-tdn2). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  7. City of Calgary Open Data, Calgary Transit Stops by Route Cross Reference (pm3p-838w). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  8. City of Calgary Open Data, Transit LRT Stations (2axz-xm4q). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  9. Active listings on bergestate.com from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed (CREA). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  10. City of Calgary Open Data, Parks Sites (kami-qbfh). Retrieved 2026-10-30.

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – City of Calgary and the Open Government Licence – Alberta. Adapted from Statistics Canada data; this does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Listing data © CREA, REALTOR.ca DDF®.

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Living in Varsity

Where it is. Varsity is an established community in northwest Calgary, about 8.9 km from City Hall, and covers 6.8 km². It borders Banff Trail, Bowness, Brentwood and Dalhousie.

When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (68%) had been built from 1961 to 1980. 73% were built before 1981 and 10% after 2000.

Homes. In 2021 the mix was 45% single-detached houses, 28% apartments in low-rise buildings and 12% row houses. 62% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

People. The community had 12,040 residents in 5,420 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.2 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 14% of residents were under 15.

Parks. The City lists 44 park sites here, including Bowmont Park and Dale Hodges Park.

Schools. Nine schools are inside the boundary, including Christine Meikle School (CBE), F. E. Osborne School (CBE) and Marion Carson School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Getting around. Dalhousie station is inside the community, and 17 bus and CTrain routes stop here. In 2021, 69% of employed residents drove to work, 9% took transit and 8% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).

Varsity: frequently asked questions

Where is Varsity in Calgary?

Varsity is an established community in northwest Calgary, about 8.9 km from City Hall, and covers 6.8 km². It borders Banff Trail, Bowness, Brentwood and Dalhousie.

What kind of homes are in Varsity?

In 2021 the mix was 45% single-detached houses, 28% apartments in low-rise buildings and 12% row houses.

Are there schools in Varsity?

Nine schools are inside the boundary, including Christine Meikle School (CBE), F. E. Osborne School (CBE) and Marion Carson School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Is there a CTrain station in Varsity?

Yes. Dalhousie station is inside the community, and 17 bus and CTrain routes stop here.

When was Varsity built?

At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (68%) had been built from 1961 to 1980. 73% were built before 1981 and 10% after 2000.

Buying in Varsity: our local take

As of November 5, 2026, our site shows 55 homes for sale in Varsity. Median asking prices: detached houses $862,450 (22); semi-detached and duplexes $614,450 (2); townhouses $399,950 (8); condos and apartments $250,000 (23). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.

What we like

  • Dalhousie station is inside the community.
  • 9 schools are inside the boundary.
  • Green space: the City lists 44 park sites here.
  • A real mix of homes: single-detached houses, apartments in low-rise buildings and row houses.

What to weigh up

  • Most homes are older (73% built before 1981), so budget for updates and a thorough inspection.
  • Homes on or backing onto busy roads usually sell for less, so check the street and the traffic.
  • Prices vary a lot by street, home type and age, so compare recent sales on similar homes.
  • Check the land use district before you plan to build, renovate or add a suite.

Who it suits

Buyers who want a choice of home types in one community: first-time buyers in a townhouse or condo, and families in a detached or semi-detached home.

Commute and getting around

You can take the CTrain from Dalhousie station. Bus routes here include route 8 (North Pointe Terminal/Foothills Medical Centre) and route 9 (Dalhousie Station/Chinook Station). City Hall is about 8.9 km away.

Before you make an offer

  • For condos and townhouses, read the reserve fund study, the bylaws and recent board minutes.
  • For an older home, budget for the inspection, a sewer line scope and the electrical panel.
  • Ask for the real property report and check the land use district for the lot.
  • If there is a suite, confirm it is a legal suite with City permits.

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Homes for sale in Varsity

Current listings as of November 5, 2026 (Mountain Time), from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed on this site. Asking prices, not sale prices. Updated daily.

Asking-price range by home typeLowest to highest asking price; the dot marks the median
What is for saleCurrent listings by type
Detached house 22; Semi-detached / duplex 2; Townhouse (row) 8; Apartment / condo 2355listings
  • Detached house 22
  • Semi-detached / duplex 2
  • Townhouse (row) 8
  • Apartment / condo 23
BedroomsHomes for sale now, by number of bedrooms

There are currently 60 homes for sale in Varsity, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $184,900 to $2,725,000, with a median list price of $449,000. The mix includes 23 condos/apartments, 22 houses and 8 townhomes, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 6 bedrooms. 7 listings came on the market in the last seven days. Use the filters below to narrow the search by price, bedrooms, bathrooms and property type. We at the Berg Estate Team, eXp Realty, can arrange showings in Varsity, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Varsity listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.

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